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Nepal Earthquake Quiz

Question 1

Access for aid workers to parts of Nepal

has been slow due to a lack of tourist visas.is difficult because roads to some remote areas were damaged by the earthquake.will likely improve once the monsoon season arrives.has been blocked by U.S. military aircraft.

Question 2

The earthquake that shook Nepal in late April

was the worst to hit the country in over 80 years.measured 7.8 on the Richter scale.caused the deaths of more than 7,500 people.All of the above

Question 3

The ancient buildings of the Nepalese town of Bhaktapur

were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in memory of those killed by the earthquake.are being used to house workers for the relief effort.were severely damaged by the earthquake.had to be destroyed to clear space for a new airport.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes why the U.S. military became involved in the relief effort in Nepal?

Nepal is a major ally of the United States.The United States has the will and capability to quickly bring in massive amounts of needed supplies.Conducting worldwide disaster relief is a primary function of America’s armed forces.The government of Nepal offered to pay for all relief-related expenses.